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Mazda CX-7 iPod, Stereo, Sirius, AUX

After doing a service run to the local dealership today, I always make it a point to bring back the latest news for the 7 crowd.

This time news ain't so good...

The new Ipod connector for the CX-7 will NOT work if you have Sirius or NAVIGATION installed!

From the latest bulletin to the dealerships from Mazda:The new iPod connection will:Provide easy hook up to any iPod with the docking connector on the bottom {Gen 3,4,5, Mini, Nano, Photo}Transfer control of the iPod to the vehicle radio or steering wheel controls {if so equipped}Charge the iPod battery!

IMPORTANT NOTES

1. If vehicle is equipped with Sirius Satellite Kit or PhatNoise Accessories, the Ipod Integration Module CANNOT be installed as well. {Sat Kit or PhatNoise already using Head unit Connector}2. For the 2007 My Mazda3, equiped with a standard "Auxiliary Jack", an additional "Switch Box" P/N TD13-79-CFZ is required, to allow both features to function.3. The Auxillary Jack is NOT an available acc. for retrofit in older Mazdas.CANNOT BE BE INSTALLED ON A CX-7 WITH FACTORY NAVIGATION OPTION

Sucks to be us, but better to find out now than to order it from Mazda Online and then find out!

Comments

I remember reading that with the nav system, there are AUX inputs on the system. AUX1 was audio and AUX2 was video. Can anyone find where in the manual it says this? or any other info about it? I'd like to get an aux port installed so I can just get an ipod and charger and keep it in the center console, instead of messing around with a bunch of CDs.

I'd like to get an aux port installed so I can just get an ipodThere are two AXU input devices on the market for the Mazda radios that I am aware of. One just adds AUX input with no ability to change chanels on steering wheel (only volume) Other device is designed for ipod with built in charger and full function including display on dash LED screen. Hope these can work for the CX-7AuxModAudio Link

AuxMod -- They sent a response saying it would probably work with the CX-7. However, just looking at the pictures (it's a little circuit board), I don't see how they could be confident about it without having seen the CX-7 head unit.

Audio Link -- these guys also responded. However, they said given how different the unit in the CX-7 looks from what Mazda has been using, they're not comfortable saying they think it'll work. They asked for the model # (on top of the unit) or a pic of the connections in the back, but I'm not a car stereo do it yourselfer, so I'm not about to start trying to take apart the dash. I'll just wait for the CX-7s to penetrate the market a little and see what iPod solutions surface.

I have seen the base model CX-7 at my local dealership but I haven't been able to sit in a fully loaded version with Tech package, so I have a few questions to ask for the current owners or for other people who have seen a fully loaded CX-7.

To start the ignition for the models with keyless start/entry, is there a ignition start/stop button simiilar to the Toyota's and Infiniti?

And I also wanted to confirm that AUX inputs are not avaialble for and portable music device?

I am debating between this crossover and the RDX, it just seems as though a fully loaded Acura is going to be around $37k with availability in late August. I would like to see the dark blue in person but I can't seem to find anything in the bay area. The only biggest "concern" I have is purchasing a first year vehicle. My current car is a Honda which has been trouble free, and Mazda's have been less reliable. Thus I'm considering leasing this vehicle, but I've only seen one quote that has been posted on this site.

To start the ignition for the models with keyless start/entry, is there a ignition start/stop button simiilar to the Toyota's and Infiniti?

You still "crank" the ignition. They have a removable cap that goes on top and turns it into a little knob. If you remove the knob, then you still have the keyhole, which you might need to use if the batteries in your keyless creditcard thingy are dead. Oh, and yes, the ignition is illuminated so you don't need to fumble around in the dark.

And I also wanted to confirm that AUX inputs are not avaialble for and portable music device?

There's no place to plug in AUX devices. There is a Device button on the controls, and a Satellite button. It seems like I read there are AUX1 (audio) and AUX2 (video) inputs on the back, but I'm not brave enough to take apart the dash or handy enough to do anything with the ports even if I could get to them.

When someone figures out an iPod interface that's compatible, then I'll probably buy one of those and have it installed.

There's no place to plug in AUX devices. There is a Device button on the controls, and a Satellite button. It seems like I read there are AUX1 (audio) and AUX2 (video) inputs on the back, but I'm not brave enough to take apart the dash or handy enough to do anything with the ports even if I could get to them

If you look at the back of the owner's manual; you'll see that the button for the Media input is not available since it's an option. According to the aftermarket rep that sold me my Sirius unit; that option is for markets OUTSIDE of the U.S.

I picked up my CX-7 on the 7th of this month and I'm geeked about it!Heads are turning on almost every street I hit, and the pick up on lane changes is phenomenal!FWD Copper Red w/ Black Interior and the Tech package.Killer...

I have just ordered a CX-7 (GT, AWD, with AM/FM/CD Bose stereo with NAV package (Canada)) and eagerly awaiting delivery. Meanwhile, I am desperately trying to find an aftermarket iPod integration kit that will allow me to hardwire my iPod into the stereo system to use as an AUX input. Ideally, I would like to be able to control my iPod through the car radio (e.g. select Artists/Albums/Songs directly), but this is not essential. I have contacted a number of aftermarket manufacturers who say their kit is not compatible with the CX-7. Some of the local car stereo dealers are similarly not able to find a compatible solution. I don't want to consider a FM modulator connection, as I have been rather unimpressed with both wireless and wired FM systems. Thanks for your help. How can we get Mazda interested in partnering with Apple for a dealer installed kit ??

Here's a weird thing I found online while looking for reviews of the CX-7.It seems the Australian version of the CX-7's Tech package will NOT have the rear camera, but instead will offer backup sensors.

If this is true, then the MEDIA button on the dash may well be for adding DVD or another audio source. {Kind of like it says in the handout that came on the shifter when you pick the car up...}

Remember; this option IS not available to the U.S. market!

The ONLY other way that I've seen to get the Ipod intergrated is to sub the Ipod in place of the Sirius unit by way of an aftermarket conversion like the Harmon Kardon D1.

Me, I'm waiting til some ambitous geek comes up with an idea that'll make him a ton of money so I can have my 'Pod with my Tech Package. :shades:

I just picked up a Mazda CX-7 with the Technology package which includes the upgraded Bose 9 speaker Surround Sound with Audio-Pilot. My question is: does anyone know if this radio has RDS which shows the Song Title and Artist on the display for a radio station? I don't see any reference to this feature in the owner's manual but I can't believe that a sophisticated sound system like this doesn't have it when my Dodge Caravan does.

I had it on my Camry XLE, and while it was nice to have at times; I doubt that I'll miss it when I compare it to the Centerpoint sound of the Bose, WOW!

By the way if you have a CD burner on your computer, {who doesn't, right?} you can download Real Audio's Realplayer and it offers CD Text writing for FREE!

CD Text writing will allow you to record your CDs AND give them titles, all which show up on the Tech package display screen. Other players/ programs offer this ability, but if you're looking for iTunes, or Windows Media... forget it, they don't!Also, you can burn your mp3s to a disc and have the same info, but it looks better on a CD Text disc!

I couldn't find this on another thread, but I couldnt find details on the CX-7 single disc stand CD player. I test drove a CX-7 this weekend (w/o technology package) and the salesman was 99% sure that the standard CD player was NOT MP3 compatible. I was shocked to hear this for a 2007 model car. Can anyone confirm if the basic CD player does in fact play MP3's? I canot afford to spend the extra $4000 for the technology package or to upgrade to the Bose sound package in order to get MP3 capability. Also does anyone know about any after market solutions? TIA

Three on the front dash, two woofers on the front doors, two woofers on the rear passenger doors, and two mid/ tweets on the rear pillars on the back where the hatch is.

The three in the front are mid/ tweets as well.

Bose usually doesn't use sub-woofers, {although I have heard of some units that actually do... go figure} But each speaker has its own amplifier.Tip to those who might want to go aftermarket on your systems... Don't! It'll cost you more than you think to rip out the setup and rewire the vehicle for it. If by chance you have a Bose speaker go out; off the shelf aftermarkets {Pioneer, Sony,etc.} won't work either. Go back to the dealership or contact Bose for an authorized service center.

If that's an amp, it would have to be the funkiest looking amp around!

I called the dealer and asked the parts dept. what the number on the top was listed to, he couldn't tell either. {No part lookup info yet} My guess is its NOT part of the audio system, since its not slapped with BOSE all over it, highly unlikely Bose made it. :confuse: The heat sinks all over it tells me it needs circulation for the heat dispersment, but its stuck UNDER the rear cargo area, so who knows what the heck it could be!If anyone needs the part number to throw at a Mazda rep, here it goes EG25669B0.

I emailed Mazda and asked about Ipod integration, it took less than a day for Heather toreply. Here is the response:Hi Winston!

Thanks for contacting Mazda.

Currently there is no iPod integration installed on the Mazda CX-7 and there is no modification planned at this time.

Consumer feedback is always very important to Mazda. Certainly, wewant to offer exciting vehicles, and comments such as yours help us to achieve that goal.

Rest assured I have documented your suggestion for our corporaterecord. These records are continuously being reviewed by our ProductPlanning Department in an effort to provide only the highest qualityproducts to our customers.

Again, thank you for contacting Mazda. It has been my pleasure toassist you. Please feel free to reply to this message with any further questions or comments.

There was a post a few weeks back with a link to a site that sells integrataion for the Mazda/ Bose setup, it involves taking the unit apart and changing out one of the boards inside... I don't know how well the "upgrade" would work, but I'm pretty confident it would void the warranty for the headunit.

did you get a cx-7 yet? just picked one up today. fantastic car. love it. i'm also leasing it. i'm in the bay area too.you can get a fully loaded cx-7 for about $30,700before tax, reg, etc. mine was $32,700 with tech package (GT), tax, and all other expenses, including a full tank of gas. (mica red copper and sand leather).

I heard on NPR this morning that Apple is partnering with Mazda (and another mfg) to offer iPod connections for their vehicles. I called the Mazda Customer Assistance Center and the person confirmed that Mazda will have an iPod accessory that hooks the player to the CX-7 head unit and allows the player to be controlled by the head unit and steering wheel controls, plus displays some information on the center stack, and charges the iPod battery. They said the unit is coming this fall and more info will be available later. Cool.

Has anyone tried to use SIRIUS without the tech package touch screen? Have a GT with the CD/Speaker upgrade and am looking at adding SIRIUS but wondering how easy it is to use with the manual controls.